Commitment

John 21:20-22

People of excellence are those who see through the clutching greed of our times—people who have declared their undivided allegiance to Christ's message, people who have humbled themselves to Christ's sovereign authority.

Jets-themed classic car becomes playoff staple for Winnipeg superfan ▶️

Sports fans show their support by cheering on their favourite team and for one Winnipegger, he takes his support to a whole new level. 

Dan Nolin has been an avid Winnipeg Jets fan for several years. Not only does he enjoy watching the game, but also brings joy to Winnipeggers during the playoffs in his 1971 Chevy Vega wagon. 

"I just started with a Jet sticker, logos on the side and it was spring playoff, so it's like, 'Oh, let's take the hot rod out.' And I had a Winnipeg Jet plate, so I put it on the car and the rest his history."

From school stage to worship songs, Ryan Anzo shares hope in Jesus ▶️

From the moment that Ryan Anzo stepped on stage for a Christmas recital in elementary school, he was hooked on music and is now using his talent to bring glory to God. 

"I did everything I could do from music theatre to choir and then from that I started to branch into doing solo stuff and even joining a boy band," Anzo said.

"And then from there, when I got saved, I just wanted to make music for God and now I think God has opened the doors for me and I've been growing in my relationship with Him. It's been a blessing, honestly."

Manitoba premier touts increased trade with Europe, possible second Hudson Bay port

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has discussed increased trade with representatives from Europe and appears open to having a second port on Hudson Bay.

Kinew met this morning with ambassadors and high commissioners from the European Union and 18 member countries.

He says the meeting was a chance to show the countries, which represent a market of 450 million people, that Manitoba is open for business.

Dad of 10 shares living a life of faith, laughter, and adventure in new book ▶️

A Christian author and dad to 10 children is offering funny and heartwarming insights to raising children in his newest book. 

"This is my brand new book called Yes Dear, I'm Watching Them," says author Jason Weening. "It's a joke for many dads who've probably said that exact phrase, as the kids are hammering nails into their fingers, or falling out of trees, or building bike ramps over the garage." 

Weening lives in Estevan, SK, with his wife and their 10 children between the ages of one and 19. 

Inflation cooled to 2.3% in March as gas prices fell, StatCan says

Canadians got a break on inflation in March as gas prices fell and a slowdown in travel to the United States helped cool airfare costs, Statistics Canada said Tuesday.

The annual rate of inflation slowed to 2.3 per cent last month, down from 2.6 per cent in February. A poll provided by LSEG Data & Analytics ahead of Tuesday’s release had expected yearly inflation to hold steady month-to-month.

StatCan said gas prices fell 1.6 per cent year-over-year in March, coming off a hike of 5.1 per cent in February.

Don’t be alarmed: City of Winnipeg resumes controlled burns to protect prairies

If you spot smoke rising from Winnipeg’s fields this spring, don’t panic; it’s likely the city carrying out controlled burns.

Starting this week and up until mid-June, the city will be conducting controlled burns in natural areas, weather permitting. 

The city says fire plays an important role in the preservation and restoration of the prairies. Without controlled burns, weeds can invade endangered plant communities within the city. 

Controlled burns have been conducted in Winnipeg's tall grass prairies since 1986.

2 people injured in St. Boniface Industrial Park fire

Two people are in hospital following a fire early Tuesday morning in the St. Boniface Industrial Park.

The fire broke out just before 3:30 a.m. in an industrial building in the 0 to 100 block of Panet Road. 

When crews arrived, they found a small fire, which they were able to quickly extinguish.

Two people working in the building were injured, with one being transported to hospital in unstable condition and the other in stable condition. 

The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental. 

Fire officials continue to investigate.

Trudy Friesen nee Peters

Funeral For:  Trudy Friesen nee Peters 
Funeral Date: April 16, 2025 
Trudy Friesen nee Peters, 85, of Winkler passed away Monday, April 14th at Salem Home. She is survived by 1 son. She was predeceased by her husband Reverend David Friesen.  
A memorial service for Trudy Friesen nee Peters will be held Wednesday, April 16th at 2pm at Winkler Bergthaler Mennonite Church with burial prior to the service at Blumenort Cemetery. 
Viewing will be at Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler Tuesday, April 15th from 1 to 7pm. 
Arrangements by Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler.